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Little Pirates Paint Party

Mount Prospect Public Library - South Branch 1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Become a playful pirate as you paint your own pirate ship! For ages 5-8 and their families. The pirate ship doubles as a wind chime for lots of swashbuckling sounds. Kids will also get to put together a special goody bag to store all their treasure! Please come dressed to make a mess. Please note...

Free
Event Series Make with Wood

Make with Wood

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

If you like to work with your hands, this program is for you! Learn safe hand tool techniques for working with wood and create projects that reflect your own style and taste. Themes change monthly. This drop-in program meets on-site at the Arboretum. Every 30 minutes between 1:00 and 3:00pm. Space is limited and available...

Included in general admission

Fall Festival

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Pony rides, Corn Maze, Face Painting, Balloons, Hay Ride, Pumpkin Patch and other entertainment! Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m. (Fall Fest for Kids - Special Needs Hour) Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. (Fall Fest for Kids)   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Author Fair

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Connect with local authors Learn about new titles Purchase signed copies of books Q & A with select authors Enter a Prize drawing A full list of participating authors will be posted on our website. No Registration Required!

Free

North Aurora Community Picnic

Village of North Aurora Police Department 200 S Lincolnway St, North Aurora, IL, United States
Event Series Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest

80th Avenue Train Station 18001 S. 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL, United States

Enjoy authentic German food, a carnival, vendor fair, traditional and modern musical entertainment, ceremonial keg tapping, food and beer from local vendors!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Event Series Train Saturdays

Train Saturdays

DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United States

The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that covers 2,000 feet of track and highlights some of DuPage County’s railroads and landmarks in a landscape that blends fact and fantasy.

Free

Hometown Parade

Village Green (Elk Grove Village) 901 Wellington, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States

We are excited to announce our Hometown Parade "Landmarks of America" will be held on Saturday September 21 at 2 pm. Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Hometown Parade as we come together to recognize the Landmarks of America. This year's parade promises an electrifying spectacle that will leave you in awe.

Free

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